You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Lookout Cabin in the mountains, Amazing Views!
Imagine looking out from the comfortable couch & seeing the most amazing view! This cozy tiny cabin has some of the best views anywhere. It’s just over 600sq ft, but has all the amenities - full kitchen, 2BR & 2 baths, deck, Hot Tub, & wood stove. Lookout Cabin sits on the edge of the Shenandoah National Park, w/wildlife all around. The Shenandoah River is just a short drive and Skyline Drive is only a half an hour away. This is THE cabin for a relaxing or romantic getaway!
During your stay at this cabin, you'll be close to Elkwallow Picnic Area. You'll find features such as 1 hot tub. The cabin includes amenities such as a kitchen and 2 bathrooms.
Air-conditioned cabin with kitchen, 2 bathrooms and fireplace
10 minutes by car from George Washington National Forest and 10 minutes from Shenandoah River
Lookout Cabin in the mountains, Amazing Views! offers its guests a hot tub. The front desk is open around the clock.
This Rileyville cabin is smoke free.
Property manager
Brian Hughes
Languages
English
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
Hot tub
Internet
Available in the cabin: WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Living spaces
Fireplace
Living room
Separate dining area
Outdoor areas
Porch/lanai
Comfort
Air conditioning
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
General
Unit size: 650 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets are welcome
Service animals are exempt from fees.
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.
Property is also known as
579811
Lookout Cabin in the mountains, Amazing Views! Reviews
Reviews
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Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
lynsey h.
3 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy, private, clean!
Perfect for a night away. Can’t beat the views. Host was wonderful and very quick to reply throughout whole process! Would definitely book again.
lynsey h.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Cassidy L.
11 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend stay in Rileyville
My husband and I and another couple stayed in this cabin in Rileyville, VA for the weekend. The cabin was adorable and the views were spectacular. The hosts really thought of everything here. The wood burning fireplace, the relaxing hot tub, and the spare vehicles available to better climb the mountain…everything was perfect and we will definitely be back.
Cassidy L.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
John E.
7 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous, Secluded Location overlooking the Shenandoah Valley
This was the perfect spot for a quiet getaway with our dog to enjoy the fall leaves. The hot tub was perfect after a day of hiking.
John E.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Carin T.
17 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
A little slice of heaven
Somehow the photos don’t seem to capture how perfect this cabin is! I literally soaked in the hot tub and got to see the Milky Way and a million stars dazzle above most nights; and each morning brought a unique and beautiful sunrise. The cabin itself is spotless and welcoming- with seemingly more amenities than I remember listed (hair dryer was a welcome surprise!) Brian was very communicative and helpful. While there are other houses nestled into the mountain like the Lookout Canin, you really do feel completely secluded.
Carin T.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Mike D.
20 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Mike D.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Heather S.
9 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Stay
This was the perfect place for us to stay before and after the Appaloosa Music Festival in Front Royal. The views are outstanding and the layout was great for my friend and I. We enjoyed the peace as we read and relaxed in the hot tub. The drive up is no joke, very glad we had an SUV, though next time will ask for 4WD. There were animals scampering across the patio. Communication with Brian was exactly the right amount. Would highly recommend.
Heather S.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
JOHN W., Canton
29 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Off The Beaten Path
Thank you for sharing your cabin we enjoyed our stay!! The sunset views were beautiful!!
Items that might be helpful to others:
Pros:
Amazing sunset views
Very private and peaceful and had lights outside.
Hot tub ( not a big deal, but wish there was steps/rail to get in and out)
Internet and TV worked good
Propane grill for cook outs
Clean cabin with all your basic needs: microwave, stove, coffee maker, and toaster. Nice to have some cleaning stuff to use!
Close to the National Park scenic drive
Both bedrooms have their own bathroom which was nice!
Cons:
Very very rough entrance to get to the cabin with a steep gravel driveway with big rocks sticking out and big holes
( the owner does offer a SUV)
You have to park on top of a hill and carry all your stuff to the cabin at the bottom with several steps ( wasn't a big issue to us)
Small deck area, but big enough to put the chairs on.
Had to bring all your own bedding, but they do offer a service for a fee. Not a big deal, but was the first time we had to bring them and we have stayed at a lot of cabins over the years.
Really missed an outside fire pit it was the first cabin we stayed at without one, wish they would clear out some of the brush around the backyard area and make room for one. There was a very small wood burner inside, but we didn't use it.
Beware on your hikes and walks my dog ended up with 5 ticks so make sure you spay yourself and check your pets.
Hope this was helpful review to others.
JOHN W.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
chad g.
8 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Winter vacay
Originally booked a smaller cabin, but a couple issues arose so the owner hooked us up with a better cabin right down the road. Great views off back deck with a hot tub. Comfy place, pretty much everything we needed
chad g.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Andria D.
10 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
We will be back!
This quaint little cabin suited us. It was perfect! Not too big and just enough. The hot tub view was spectacular. The place was so clean and well stocked too. When we come back we will stay longer! We cant wait!